Learning to Mourn the Wicked

Learning to Mourn the Wicked: A Christian Perspective on Wicked the Musical

© 2022 by Bethel Grove

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Originally published as a blog post Wicked the Musical: Learning to Mourn the Wicked on bethelgrove.com (formerly princessworthdyingfor.com), July 2015. The contents of this book are modified from the original version.

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To my friend Brittany,

I am so grateful that you introduced me to Wicked, but more importantly for your friendship during our college years. The lessons this story taught me would not have been possible without you

Table of Contents

Disclaimer

Introduction

No One Mourns the Wicked  (But We Should)

Society Should Not Make Up Their Own Standards of Wickedness and Justice

Deception is a Necessary Means to an End

Genuine Friendships Will Change Your Life for the Better

The Line Between Magic and Magick Can Be Hard to Spot

Other Positive Elements of Wicked

Other Negative Elements of Wicked

Conclusion

Should You or Your Family See Wicked?

Notes

Disclaimer

I come to write this book with much prayer and careful consideration, as I know that there are varying opinions within Christian circles about the portrayal of witches or witchcraft in any form of entertainment. Some Christians take the stance that it is unacceptable entertainment for a Christian, while others believe that the presence of witchcraft is